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as in quietly
without motion
the cat sat absolutely still, watching as the mouse began to make its way across the floor
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as in however
in spite of that
their star player was injured in yesterday's game; still, it looks like he will be able to play today
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as in quiet
free from disturbing noise or uproar
the town's streets are usually still and peopleless in the early morning hours
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as in tranquil
free from storms or physical disturbance
the air was ominously still as dark clouds gathered in the distance
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as in quieted
mostly or entirely without sound
in his paintings Paul Gauguin depicts a still tropical paradise inhabited by mute and motionless natives
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as in restfulness
a state of freedom from storm or disturbance
in the still of the forest he could relax and forget his worries
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as in silence
the near or complete absence of sound
a loud noise shattered the still of the night
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as in to stop
to bring (something) to a standstill
it seemed as though nothing could still the fighting
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as in to calm
to free from distress or disturbance
reading a book helps me to relax and still my mind before going to bed
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Recent Examples of still
Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Dec. 2024
The church canceled the charity event with bags of rice and clothing items still arranged within the premises.
—Dyepkazah Shibayan and Chinedu Asadu, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
Ina Fried, Axios, 14 Oct. 2024
His still photography is featured in the permanent collection at the National Gallery of Art and the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.
—Carolyn Giardina, Variety, 2 Oct. 2024
Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 5 Dec. 2024
This rum was distilled in pot and column stills and aged in an ex-bourbon barrel, giving it notes of cocoa, butterscotch, tropical fruit, and caramel.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 25 Nov. 2024
Axios Portland, Axios, 23 Sep. 2024
The Tigger energy is abruptly stilled, replaced by a silently welling solemnity.
—James Parker, The Atlantic, 13 Sep. 2024
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Adverb
The representatives of Wayfarer Studios still did nothing proactive nor retaliated, and only responded to incoming media inquiries to ensure balanced and factual reporting and monitored social activity.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 21 Dec. 2024
The church canceled the charity event with bags of rice and clothing items still arranged within the premises.
—Dyepkazah Shibayan and Chinedu Asadu, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
Adjective
Driving the news: Firefly Video Model, previewed earlier this year, allows users to create a video using a text prompt, with or without a still image.
—Ina Fried, Axios, 14 Oct. 2024
His still photography is featured in the permanent collection at the National Gallery of Art and the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture.
—Carolyn Giardina, Variety, 2 Oct. 2024
Noun
Griffin posted on her Instagram Stories after a Bravo fan account shared a still of Hostin on the show.
—Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 5 Dec. 2024
This rum was distilled in pot and column stills and aged in an ex-bourbon barrel, giving it notes of cocoa, butterscotch, tropical fruit, and caramel.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 25 Nov. 2024
Verb
The Oregon Soar, an ultimate frisbee team, will play in the Western Ultimate League starting next year, but owners are stilling nailing down a practice field and stadium.
—Axios Portland, Axios, 23 Sep. 2024
The Tigger energy is abruptly stilled, replaced by a silently welling solemnity.
—James Parker, The Atlantic, 13 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for still
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Buzbee subsequently sent a demand letter to the woman's then-spouse accusing him of infecting her, however, Doe's ex pursued their divorce undeterred, the complaint reads.Edward Segarra, USA TODAY, 21 Dec. 2024
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Most people in senior positions, however, tend to be men, which can complicate the process for young women, as people often gravitate toward individuals who remind them of themselves.Natalie Wu, CNBC, 20 Dec. 2024
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Fede Valverde’s goal highlights the quiet work at Valdebebas Madrid took Sevilla apart with two powerful shots, first from Mbappe and then by Fede Valverde.Mario Cortegana, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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Then there’s the guy in the quiet car on the 10:33 A.M.Patricia Marx, The New Yorker, 23 Dec. 2024
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There’s no in-ground swimming pool; the tranquil Magothy will have to do.Mike Klingaman, Baltimore Sun, 19 Dec. 2024
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The exclusive tented camp preserves the island’s tranquil ambiance with a limited number of accommodations.Jennifer Lee, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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The wall of silence has now been broken, and victims are coming forward.Andy Biggs, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
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The idea of simply sitting in silence has become almost unthinkable.Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
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Society needs to wake up and stop numbing, masking and develop healthier coping skills before everyone is addicted and no sane and healthy people are left in America!Ticked Off, Orlando Sentinel, 25 Dec. 2024
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When Springsteen stops touring, sometime around his 100th birthday in 2049, and fans look back at the best shows of the post-reunion era, this one will be high on the list.Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 25 Dec. 2024
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Things calmed down in the third period, but this game had an unusual level of feeling and emotion for a late December contest.Harman Dayal, The Athletic, 24 Dec. 2024
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Exposure to nature, with its subtle sounds, tranquil silence, and limited color palette calms both brain and body.Richard E. Cytowic, TIME, 23 Dec. 2024
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Back then, Mason was the kind of person who got excited about camera placement on a mountain to capture just the right shot as a downhill ski racer shushed past.Steven Zeitchik, The Hollywood Reporter, 18 Nov. 2024
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Other players use this tactic too, including Djokovic’s friend Nick Kyrgios (on many occasions), Sebastian Korda at this year’s Italian Open in Rome, and Taylor Fritz, who shushed an entire stadium after beating Frenchman Arthur Rinderknech at Roland Garros in 2023.Charlie Eccleshare, The Athletic, 13 July 2024
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The new transitional leadership has not laid out a clear vision of how the country will be governed, and the main group behind the offensive remains designated as a terrorist organization by the U.S., which nevertheless has begun making direct contact with it.Abby Sewell, Los Angeles Times, 15 Dec. 2024
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The two countries should nevertheless back the text, according to a diplomatic source.Ryan Hogg, Fortune Europe, 3 Dec. 2024
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“Still.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/still. Accessed 31 Dec. 2024.
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